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Prayer & worshipFrom the masjid's own video, Mar 13, 2026.

Slow down to transform Ramadan worship

Masjid Al-Ezz · Abu Ibrahim

“Slow things down in your life, so that you can actually focus on the prayer.”

The khateeb, at 6:44

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In one sentence

Ramadan worship becomes spiritually transformative when believers slow down, cultivate consistent dhikr and reflection, rely on Allah, and turn Ramadan into a concrete yearlong plan for personal and communal growth.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. Introduces the problem of mechanical prayer and weak emotional connection.
  2. Identifies a rushed mindset and recommends slowing down before worship.
  3. Presents consistent dhikr and contemplation as ways to reconnect with purpose.
  4. Urges tawakkul and learning Quran meanings to deepen prayer.
  5. Calls listeners to define their desired character and set yearlong goals.
  6. Connects sadaqah with heart purification and briefly asks support for the masjid.
Try this week
Slow down and mentally prepare before prayer.
Create regular dhikr touchpoints after prayers and throughout the day.
Make time to contemplate creation, life’s purpose, and one’s relationship with Allah.
Learn and contemplate the meanings of Quranic passages, especially Surat al-Fatiha.
Write a yearlong plan covering Quran, weekly qiyam, sins to quit, and service to the Ummah.
Give zakat or sadaqah and support the masjid’s Ramadan needs if able.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 1Used as an example of Quran whose meanings should be learned and contemplated during prayer.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“Slow things down in your life, so that you can actually focus on the prayer.”
Masjid Al-Ezz · Mississauga
Play from 6:44
“What sins do you know that you have that you commit to quitting?”
Masjid Al-Ezz · Mississauga
Play from 19:13
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For the dinner table

The khateeb reminded us that prayer and reading the Quran should reach our hearts, and he encouraged us to notice when worship feels like a routine. He compared our busy minds to a spinning fan that needs time to slow down, reminding us to prepare ourselves before prayer. He encouraged regular dhikr, reflection on Allah’s creation, and learning the meanings of the Quran so we can worship with greater understanding and reliance on Allah. As Ramadan comes to an end, he asked us to picture the people we want to become and make a plan for worship, better habits, and serving the wider community throughout the year. He also reminded us that charity helps purify our hearts and asked the congregation to support the masjid.

  1. What could help you slow down and focus before your next prayer?
  2. What is one quality you want to grow after Ramadan, and how could we help you?
  3. How could our family give something to help our masjid or community?
Where it was given

The masjid

Masjid Al-Ezz10 Falconer Dr #8, Mississauga, ONKhateebAbu IbrahimMore khutbahsArchiveAll khutbahs at Masjid Al-Ezz22 khutbahs
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